MARY ADWOA BUSHEL
Accra
Summary
Research professional with extensive experience at University of Ghana, specializing in international relations and policy analysis. Demonstrated success in academic writing and stakeholder engagement, contributing to faculty-led research and improving student learning outcomes. Skilled in program design and promoting critical thinking in diverse educational environments.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Research Assistant
University of Ghana
Legon
01.2025 - Current
- Supporting faculty-led research in international affairs and political science.
- Conducting literature reviews, data collection, and policy-oriented analysis.
- Assisting with drafting research papers, reports, and academic publications.
- Supporting undergraduate and graduate research supervision and tutorials.
Intern
University of Ghana
Legon
01.2025 - Current
- Providing academic writing support to undergraduate and postgraduate students.
- Assisting students with research design, thesis writing, and scholarly editing.
- Supporting workshops on academic integrity, citation, and research communication.
Supply Teacher
Ghana International School
01.2025 - 02.2025
- Provided instructional coverage across Forms 1 to 5 and maintained curriculum continuity.
Upper Enrichment Programme Facilitator (English Language)
Ghana International School
09.2024 - 12.2024
- Delivered targeted academic instruction for senior secondary students.
- Provided individualized academic coaching and learning assessments.
Junior Teacher
Ghana International School
09.2021 - 12.2024
- Taught English Language across Forms 1 to 3 and supervised senior classes as maternity cover teacher.
- Coordinated departmental academic activities, leadership programs, and community service initiatives.
- Designed lesson plans, assessments, and enrichment programs focused on critical thinking and civic education.
Teaching Assistant
University of Ghana
09.2019 - 06.2021
- Assisted with undergraduate teaching, tutorials, grading, and academic supervision.
- Facilitated interactive discussions in literature, language, and critical writing.
- Department of English
Research Assistant
African Centre of International Criminal Justice (ACICJ), GIMPA Law School
07.2017 - 06.2019
- Conducted research on the International Criminal Court and international criminal justice.
- Drafted analytical articles on accountability, international law, and rule of law.
- Organized training programs for law students, journalists, and law enforcement officers.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma - Education
University of Education
Winneba, Ghana08-2026
M.A. - International Affairs
University of Ghana
Legon, Ghana07-2026
B.A. - English and Political Science (First Class Honours)
University of Ghana
Legon, Ghana01.2019
Skills
- International relations and global policy
- Gender Studies
- Conflict resolution and peace studies
- Migration and human mobility
- International law and justice
- Research and policy analysis
- Program design and coordination
- Academic writing and editing
- Stakeholder engagement
- Teaching and supervision
- Multilingual communication
Fellowships Programmes Training
- Young African Leadership Initiative (YALI RLC West Africa), 2021
- Fordham–Ghana Summer Law Program, International Human Rights Law, 2017
- TIME Educators’ Conference, 2022
- Career Development Training, University of Ghana, 2018
Awards Honours
- Kufuor Scholar, John Agyekum Kufuor Foundation
- Top Partner Fundraiser Award, SpreadAid International
- Commonwealth Essay Competition Judge
- Winner of Kitchen Flex Maiden Edition
- Author of Life as a Sequence
Languages
- English, Fluent
- French, Intermediate
- Spanish, Beginner
- Chinese, HSK 1 & 2
References
Available upon request.
Leadership Policy Experience
- Delegate, United Nations Security Council, Emerging Diplomats Model United Nations (EDMUN), 04/01/25, Drafted and negotiated resolutions on climate action and sustainable development.
- Participant, Model Commonwealth Summit, 08/01/24, Represented the United Kingdom on education, social and environmental policy.
- Financial Secretary, Association of Students of English, University of Ghana, 01/01/17, 12/31/19, Managed budgets, financial reporting, and program funding allocations.
Current Appointments
- Research Assistant, University of Ghana, Legon, 01/01/25, Present, Supporting faculty-led research in international affairs and political science., Conducting literature reviews, data collection, and policy-oriented analysis., Assisting with drafting research papers, reports, and academic publications., Supporting undergraduate and graduate research supervision and tutorials.
- Intern, Carnegie Writing Centre, University of Ghana, Legon, 01/01/25, Present, Providing academic writing support to undergraduate and postgraduate students., Assisting students with research design, thesis writing, and scholarly editing., Supporting workshops on academic integrity, citation, and research communication.
Languages
French
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Spanish
Beginner
A1
Chinese (Mandarin)
Elementary (A2)
A2
Affiliations
Volunteer Tree Planting - Galaxy International School
Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Interests
Drawing
Beadmaking
Sewing
Writing Poetry
Writing fiction
Timeline
Research Assistant
University of Ghana
01.2025 - Current
Intern
University of Ghana
01.2025 - Current
Supply Teacher
Ghana International School
01.2025 - 02.2025
Upper Enrichment Programme Facilitator (English Language)
Ghana International School
09.2024 - 12.2024
Junior Teacher
Ghana International School
09.2021 - 12.2024
Teaching Assistant
University of Ghana
09.2019 - 06.2021
Research Assistant
African Centre of International Criminal Justice (ACICJ), GIMPA Law School
07.2017 - 06.2019
Postgraduate Diploma - Education
University of Education
M.A. - International Affairs
University of Ghana
B.A. - English and Political Science (First Class Honours)
University of Ghana